BMW X6 M50I Auto
From 276 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 28 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 28 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| tyres on the same axle or on twin wheels are different sizes | 2 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 1 |
| low pressure warning gauge or indicator malfunctioning or defective | 1 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 1 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 1 |
| seat belt buckle missing, damaged or not functioning as intended | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 72.3% of X6 M50I Auto failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £69.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 88.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all X6 M50I Autos tested had between 21,467 and 36,586 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 26,430 median miles, the X6 M50I Auto has 0.044 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW X6 M50I Auto MOT pass rate?
The BMW X6 M50I Auto has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 276 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW X6 M50I Auto?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW X6 M50I Auto is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 28 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW X6 M50I Auto at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW X6 M50I Auto is 26,430 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,467 and 36,586 miles.
Buying a used X6 M50I Auto?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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